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Lost in the Mausoleum
The site you're talking about is on the Via Latina, just past the Porta San Giovanni. The reason you saw almost no info is that the tomb was actually rediscovered in the 19th century and then re-buried for a while before being opened again. Most of the artifacts, including the sarcophagus and some personal items, were moved to the Centrale Montemartini museum in Rome. You can see the actual burial urn there, and it has a more detailed display with the original Greek inscriptions. The official archaeological report from 1880 is scanned on the University of Rome's digital archive, but you'll need to search for "Sepolcro di Quinto Sulpicio Massimo relazione" to find it.
Wow, that sounds amazing! I've never heard of that specific mausoleum before, but that's the kind of thing that makes backpacking so rewarding. Finding those little-known historical sites is the best.
Regarding your question about detailed records... you might have better luck digging through Italian archaeological journals or university databases. Those faded signs are often all they give tourists, sadly. Try searching for publications in Italian, you might find more detail that way. Good luck with your search! Let me know if you find anything interesting.
That's a great suggestion, thanks! I hadn't thought of looking at Italian journals. The signs were so frustratingly vague... I figured there'd be more readily available info online, guess I was wrong. I'll definitely try that, knowing even a little more about the place would be amazing. Fingers crossed I find something! Will update if I uncover any historical secrets... or just more faded paint. 😅
What are current tobacco prices for LM Blue or Chesterfield Blue?
tbh duty free at Riga is only worth it if you're buying cartons, single packs at the airport arent that much cheaper than teh tabaccai in Rome. also remember you can only bring a limited amount into the EU anyway so stockpiling has its limits
Chesterfield Blue usually runs around 5.50 to 6 euros a pack in Rome these days, though tabaccai prices are fixed by the state so it won't vary much shop to shop. Riga is generally cheaper for cigarettes but your layover time matters, if it's tight you might not have time to clear security and find a shop.
LM Blue in Rome is roughly the same ballpark, around 5.50 to 6 euros. One thing to keep in mind at Riga airport, the duty free selection isn't always great for specific brands like these, so if you're set on LM or Chesterfield you might strike out. I'd check what the actual duty free has before counting on it.